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Blue Mermaid, San Francisco, CA

Blue Mermaid

4.3
4.3
16 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Experience the essence of the waterfront at our cherished San Francisco seafood eatery. Immerse yourself in the vibrant setting of the Blue Mermaid Restaurant nestled in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf. Situated next to the Argonaut, indulge in a coastal dining experience surrounded by the captivating views and melodies of the bay. Delight your palate with our signature offerings including a variety of house-made chowders, fresh steamed mussels, and the iconic cioppino. Our menu features sustainably sourced dishes expertly curated to complement our array of wines, artisanal beers, and handcrafted cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 771-2222
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 16 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Mermaid offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious dinners" and "absolutely superb" clam chowder. The menu features standout dishes like lobster ravioli and fish and chips. Guests appreciate the "friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive" service, especially from staff members Josh and Brian. The nautical ambiance adds to its charm.

16 Reviews
  1. Patricia

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I brought my husband to Blue Mermaid for his birthday. I did not realize that my reservation was also during the Happy Hour time, but the restaurant, which we love and have frequented (including for Christmas 2022) was still quiet before the beginning of a big NFL game (it is January 2025). Great server, friendly staff, and lots of good options for fish nibbles. The restaurant has tables and booths, and we had a quiet booth. My husband loves Fish & Chips, and Blue Mermaid has a great crispy coat on their version of the dish, and brought out some malt vinegar for the chips. He tried a Lagunitas beer I had not seen on many menus and Blue Mermaid has a good selection of Mocktails for the designated driver or non-alcohol drinkers in your party. The restaurant is in a beautiful hotel called "The Argonaut" in SF's Fisherman's Wharf, close to the Aquatic Park, and we took a walk in the area both before and after dinner. We are local to the SF Bay Area so I hope to come back to Blue Mermaid, maybe as part of a "staycation" at the Argonaut and try their breakfast offerings. Or come back for one of the weekend brunches. Great local choice.

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  2. Marsha

    VIP

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dinners... every time! Popcorn shrimp appetizer, added clam chowder last visit...absolutely superb, one of the best! "Hands of Time" chardonnay excellent, salmon entree, other entrees, ample portions. (crab salad not a favorite.) Host Josh and waiter Brian professional, cordial, service prompt and welcoming. Note for locals: Generous discount, I think 15-20% off total bill!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Jill

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Shoutout to Josh and Brian.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. David

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I'm upset that staff bait and switched me what I ordered. Staff didn't understand English overpriced.

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  5. Rosalie

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and food. The ambience was nice too.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Martin

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate here for New Year’s Eve and couldn’t have asked for a better experience! All of the staff went above and beyond to see that we had everything we needed. The food was absolutely amazing! My husband raved about the clam chowder and we split the fish and chips and lobster ravioli which were both incredible! I highly recommend the Blue Mermaid for anyone in the San Francisco area!!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Bill

    Baltimore

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We had reservations for 8. We were seated by the host. We sat and waited for service and had several servers walk by and avoid eye contact. No one came to our table. After 15 minutes we got up and walked out. We went to Bueno Vista around the corner and had a great experience.

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  8. Pekka

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Too many reservations at the same time. The food was overpriced for the quality. Service was poor.

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  9. Jenny

    VIP

    San Francisco

    68 reviews

    4.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was excellent. We had oysters, popcorn shrimp, garlic bread, fish/chips, burger. Service was very good but the place was a little loud. Overall great food and it was open on Christmas Day! Yay!

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  10. Time

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the pleasure of dining at the Blue Mermaid for Christmas Eve, and it was an exceptional experience. The service was impeccable, with attentive and friendly staff who made the evening special. The ambiance was warm and festive, providing the perfect setting for the holiday. The meal itself was outstanding, featuring delicious dishes that exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend the Blue Mermaid for any occasion and look forward to returning soon.

    1 person found this helpful

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Blue Mermaid is rated 4.3 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Blue Mermaid

495 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94109-1314

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Fisherman's Wharf
  • Hours of operation
    Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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